Podcasts about Cruising

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul. I am delighted to welcome this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, Alexandra Carrier, a luxury travel advisor in Austin, Texas area. This past summer Alexandra hosted a private charter yacht trip through the Croatian islands. She told me, “Many people said they could never cruise any other way after a week on board. We were able to visit small ports, had lots of swim stops, enjoyed the local food, had private tours of the cities with time to explore on our own. We came away feeling like we had truly experienced Croatia rather than a short excursion stop. I'd love to talk about why this trip changed my groups feelings on cruising, what I came away with from experiencing and hosting the trip myself, and how private yachting/small-ship travel is a great fit for people who don't think of themselves as ‘cruise people'......such as myself.” Alexandra Carrier is an Austin-based luxury travel advisor and independent advisor with Ciao Bambino. She works closely with her clients to plan trips that actually fit how they want to travel, rather than following a standard itinerary. She also spends a lot of time traveling herself, meeting with hotels and travel partners and experiencing destinations firsthand. Her recently hosted private yacht trip through Croatia, gave her a completely different perspective on seeing a destination from the water.Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

In this episode we speak with Bill and Dawn Beveridge aboard Perfectly Imperfect, a 2019 Catalina 355, essentially a Brand New Boat! We were attending the Boaters Boat Show, held at Anchorage Marina in Baltimore, September 12th, 2026 when we boarded the boat and had a great chat all about that New Boat Smell! This […]

Gay men are perhaps the most aesthetic community out there: gym routines, filler, hair plugs, veneers, BBLs, skincare, holetox, steroids, and even surgery. This episode dives into the “looksmaxing” of it all, and other trends that inform (or infect) our community. Is everyone who gets cosmetic surgery insecure? Are you toxic for having a really strict gym regimen? How do we draw the line between affirming aesthetic body modification and unhealthy impulses informed by cultural pressure? Answering these questions with us are two guests: nurse practitioner “Injector Chris” and therapist Benjamin Goldman. Hungry for more Sniffies’ Cruising Confessions? Follow Sniffies' Cruising Confessions: cruisingconfessions.com Try Sniffies: sniffies.com Follow Sniffies on Social: Instagram: instagram.com/sniffiesapp X: x.com/sniffiesapp TikTok: tiktok.com/@sniffiesapp Follow the hosts: Gabe Gonzalez: instagram.com/gaybonez Chris Patterson-Rosso: instagram.com/cprgivesyoulife Guest featured in this episode: Chris Bustamante: https://www.instagram.com/injectorchris/ Benjamin Goldman: https://www.instagram.com/benjaminjgoldman/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Continuing with our check-in with reporters on their top stories of the summer – and what we can expect this fall. This week, host Rebecca Tobin talks with hospitality editor Christina Jelski, who provides an update on hotel news: The demand picture, whether Canadians are returning to the U.S., Mexico’s struggles and more. Then, cruise editor Teri West talks about new directions in rate and the launch of the third Icon-class ship. And river cruise and tours editor Brinley Hineman returns to recap this summer’s low-water levels for river cruising. These conversations were recorded throughout September and have been edited for length and clarity. Episode sponsor: This episode was sponsored by Travel Insured International https://www.travelinsured.com Stay on at the end of the Folo for a sponsored interview with Christine Peruccio, Travel Insured's AVP of sales and account management support, and Mary Pat Sullivan, the executive vice president of marketing and brand partnerships for Northstar Travel Group. Related links: U.S. hotel forecast gets another bump after 'record' room sales https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/US-hotels-performing-well-in-2026-reforecast-costar-tourism-economics How AI data centers are fueling the U.S. hospitality boom https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/Strong-year-US-hotels-with-AI-data-center-building-boom Checking in column: Tourism is taking a stand in the U.S.-Canada feud https://www.travelweekly.com/Christina-Jelski/Tourism-industry-taking-a-stand-in-U-S-Canada-feud The Mexican sargassum surge sparks new strategies and investments https://www.travelweekly.com/Mexico-Travel/Sargassum-surge-sparks-new-strategies-and-investments Cruise sellers are onboard with NCL's pricing strategy https://www.travelweekly.com/Cruise-Travel/Cruise-sellers-on-board-with-NCL-change-pricing-strategy Cruising on Royal Caribbean's newest Icon class ship https://www.travelweekly.com/Cruise-Travel/Cruising-on-Royal-Caribbean-new-Legend-of-the-Seas Low water, high stakes: River lines take a hit to satisfy guests https://www.travelweekly.com/River-Cruising/River-cruise-lines-swallow-costs-to-move-guestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can't get the Walt Disney World dining reservation you wanted? Don't panic! In this episode, I'm sharing my best Disney World dining reservation tips for those hard-to-book restaurants, including what to do if you can't snag Cinderella's Royal Table or ‘Ohana 60 days before your trip. I'll walk you through strategies you can use in the My Disney Experience app, last-minute options, and what you can do once you arrive at the restaurant to increase your chances of getting a table. If your dream Disney World dining reservation is already booked, this episode will give you a backup plan and help you turn those dining dreams into reality!I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at danielerobbins@fantasticalvacations.com or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising?Join my email newsletter  Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDSMy Website mountainsofmagic.square.siteMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-funLicense code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul. I am delighted to welcome this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, Lesley Carter, the creator of Bucket List Publications. This episode is particularly special for two reasons. First, Lesley represents the last great guest of the many I have been able to reach who was featured in my last cruising book, The Joy of Cruising Again, to be a guest on The Joy of Cruising Podcast. Bucket List Productions' chapter was featured in a section called, Cruisers Just Like You and Me…Sort Of. The second reason Lesley's episode is particularly noteworthy is that The Joy of Cruising Podcast teaser recorded 3 years ago, https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/12172473. In that eight-minute introductory episode, I unabashedly called Lesley, “The Most Amazing Traveler I've Ever Met.” Speaking in superlatives like that is sure to spark some pushback. I can't do justice to Lesley's bio in a few minutes. Read her feature in The Joy of Cruising Again amzn.to/3lAfyON and get a glimpse into the incredible life she leads. Or read her upcoming autobiography, Chasing Wonder, and get the full story. Let me just read you one sentence from her chapter in The Joy of Cruising Again. “She has piloted a fighter jet; gone diving with great white sharks; driven Indy cars, jumped out of planes, and sailed a tall ship to Antarctica as part of the crew…Lesley is a passionate world traveler, having visited every continent and over 150 countries, often accompanied by one or both of her children. (Athena and Max).” Since it has been over three years, I asked Lesley what she and her family have been up to since we last spoke. Lesley told me, “Athena took a year away from school and did school virtually. We traveled to 32 countries that year and went on an AIDA cruise for a month. We also went with Running on Waves yacht/cruise around the Greek Islands. Athena and I got PADI certified in Hawaii so we could dive together, and we are going on a live-aboard in October in the Maldives. I wrote and published a book with Simon & Schuster Canada that will be released in May. Max started kindergarten last year and he's doing well socially. Athena started high school this year.  We still travel as much as possible. We try to do at least one major trip a month with smaller trips in between. Last year, we visited Singapore, Maldives, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Romania, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, and a few others. We have the following trips coming up: Maldives in October; Cook Islands in November; Quebec City in December; Finland in January; Colorado in February; Aruba in March.Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

In this episode of the Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of USA Podcast, hosts Bela Musits and Mike Wasserman sit down with seasoned sailor Cliff Boro. With decades of experience navigating the waters, Cliff shares invaluable insights into the world of offshore cruising, the technical nuances of the iconic Gulfstar 50, and the hard-earned lessons learned from a life lived on the water.Whether you are a weekend coastal cruiser or preparing for your first major blue-water passage, Cliff's veteran perspective provides a roadmap for success. We dive deep into his history with the Gulfstar 50, exploring why this specific vessel has become a legendary choice for those seeking a balance of comfort, performance, and durability. Cliff breaks down the essential modifications and maintenance tips that keep a classic boat in peak condition for modern cruising.Beyond the technical specs, this conversation explores the philosophy of sailing. Cliff reflects on his journey, offering a veteran sailor's tips on weather routing, crew management, and the mental resilience required for long-term cruising. He shares stories from his most memorable voyages along the East Coast and beyond, illustrating the joys and challenges of the cruising lifestyle.Bela and Mike lead a detailed discussion that covers everything from safety protocols at sea to the evolving technology in the sailing world. This episode is packed with practical advice that listeners can apply to their own adventures, emphasizing preparation, respect for the ocean, and the continuous pursuit of maritime knowledge. Join us for a masterclass in cruising with one of the most respected voices in the sailing community.If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the Like button and Subscribe for more sailing stories.Email us: sailingtheeast@gmail.comWatch on YouTube: Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of USAEnjoyed the episode? Hit the Like button on your app!Happy Sailing!Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of USA PodcastVeteran sailor tipsGulfstar 50 sailboat reviewCliff Boro sailorBela MusitsMike WassermanBlue water cruising tipsOffshore sailing adviceGulfstar 50 cruising modificationsEast Coast sailing destinationsSailboat maintenance for cruisersMaritime wisdom and life lessonsOcean crossing preparationSailing podcast for cruisersBela and MikeSEO Search Terms

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It happened. We finally did an entire episode about c*m. This episode dives into everything about c*m that you could possibly want to know — and perhaps more you didn’t even know you wanted. Gabe and Chris talk about viscosity, taste, nutritional value, the science of semen, the politics of finishing, and something called “c*m math.” This episode is deeply funny about the phenomenon of c*mming and also totally serious about what it means to gay culture. Joining us in the studio are the illustrious hosts of the Sloppy Seconds podcast Big Dipper and Meatball, exchanging crazy stories and learning a thing or two while we’re at it! Hungry for more Sniffies’ Cruising Confessions? Follow Sniffies' Cruising Confessions: cruisingconfessions.com Try Sniffies: sniffies.com Follow Sniffies on Social: Instagram: instagram.com/sniffiesapp X: x.com/sniffiesapp TikTok: tiktok.com/@sniffiesapp Follow the hosts: Gabe Gonzalez: instagram.com/gaybonez Chris Patterson-Rosso: instagram.com/cprgivesyoulife Guests featured in this episode: Big Dipper: https://www.instagram.com/bigdipperjelly/ Meatball: https://www.instagram.com/spiciestmeatball/Sloppy Seconds: https://www.instagram.com/sloppypod/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul. I am delighted to welcome this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, Tosh Junior and George Hodges, owners of GNT Travel Pros, a Dream Vacations franchise, where they work full-time as travel advisors. During their very busy stint as relatively new travel advisors—they went through TA training in the same class as Cheryl, Shornay, and me in late-2024—they took the time to celebrate George's 70th birthday with a spectacular combination land and sea vacation so grand I had to invite my colleagues on The Joy of Cruising Podcast to talk about it. Tosh spent 30 years as a corporate IT executive, traveling the world for GE, Citrix, Atlassian, and McDonald's Corporation, among others. A Chicago native and University of Illinois graduate, he's called Fort Lauderdale home for the past 13 years. His credentials read like an operations manual — PMP, ITIL, ISO, Certified ScrumMaster, LEAN Six Sigma Black Belt, and an MBA — and he's since added a Certified Travel Advisor designation and ACC accreditation with CLIA. The through-line between the two careers is the same: complex logistics, handled so completely that the person on the receiving end never has to think about them. 30 years of leading teams also taught him the part no certification covers, which is that the job is service. George, Tosh's partner, brings the other half of the equation. After 30 years in interior design and sales at Crate & Barrel, he retired with an eye for how a space is supposed to feel and a career's worth of practice reading what people want before they've said it out loud.  They don't plan trips from a desk. In the past year alone, they've sailed more than 15 cruises across nearly every major line — Icon of the Seas, Celebrity Ascent and Apex, Norwegian Luna, Star Princess, MSC World America, Carnival Celebration, Virgin's Scarlet Lady, and an Azamara sailing through the Mediterranean, to name a few. On land, they've covered the map: London, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Budapest, Madrid, Barcelona, Rome, Venice, Tuscany, and the Amalfi Coast in Europe; Tokyo, Seoul, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Delhi, and Dubai in Asia and the Gulf; Sydney, Rio, São Paulo, and much of Canada beyond that. That's the differentiator. When they recommend a ship, a port, a neighborhood, or a restaurant, it's because they've stood in it — whether the trip is budget or luxury, a couple or a full group. They have a particular soft spot for planning group travel, but they'll book anything, large or small.Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

"For a Queensland holiday with a difference, why not savour a slice of the Pacific Coast Way? Spanning 1800km, from Cairns to Coolangatta, this is like the Sunshine State's answer to Route 66. Rather than crossing a country, this iconic coastal roadie straddles the full length of one of the world's seven natural wonders: the Great Barrier Reef. The Pacific Coast Way mostly traces the Bruce Highway, with reef-fringed beaches and islands on one side, and lush rainforest, country towns, bountiful farmland and national park on the other. Over the course of a week, I drove two-thirds of the route, starting in the tropical swagger of Cairns and finishing in Rockhampton." Read Mike's full article here. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where healthy living meets unforgettable travelCan you explore the world, enjoy incredible food and still stick to the healthy lifestyle you've worked so hard to build?In this episode of NHA Today, Dr. Stephan Esser sits down with Wanda Huberman, Executive Director of the National Health Association, and Lisa McCarl, RN, MS, CTA, of McCarl Travel, LLC, to explore how NHA is bringing plant-based living and unforgettable travel together.Lisa and Wanda take listeners behind the scenes of NHA's plant-based cruises, including the work that goes into coordinating with cruise line culinary teams, arranging private dining and making sure ships are prepared for the way NHA travelers eat. On some voyages, NHA chefs even work alongside the ship's culinary team to help bring the NHA approach into the kitchen.But the food is only part of the experience. These trips give travelers the opportunity to explore destinations around the world while connecting with people who share their commitment to healthy living. Wanda and Lisa share how friendships formed during NHA trips often continue long after everyone returns home.The conversation offers a look at cruises throughout the Caribbean, Europe, Asia, Alaska, Australia, New Zealand and beyond. Lisa also explains why many trips are planned years in advance, how the wait lists work and why joining one can still be worthwhile when a trip appears to be full.Wanda also shares a preview of NHA's land-based adventures, including upcoming trips to Rwanda and Botswana organized with World Vegan Travel. From wildlife encounters and hiking to cultural experiences, these trips offer even more ways to see the world while keeping healthy food, adventure and community at the center of the experience.If travel is on your wish list, discover what's ahead and how NHA is making it easier to explore the world without leaving your healthy lifestyle behind.Links & ResourcesExplore NHA Plant-Based Travel:https://www.healthscience.org/plant-based-travel/Join the NHA Whole-Food, Plant-Based Travel Facebook Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/nhaplantbasedtravelConnect with Lisa McCarl, CTA, ECC, VTA | McCarl Travel, LLC:https://www.thetravelinstitute.com/agent/25665/Watch NHA Today on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@nationalhealthassociationFollow Dr. Stephan Esser on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/esserhealth/Learn more about the National Health Association:https://www.healthscience.org/

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul. I am delighted to welcome this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, Tosh Junior and George Hodges, owners of GNT Travel Pros, a Dream Vacations franchise, where they work full-time as travel advisors. During their very busy stint as relatively new travel advisors—they went through TA training in the same class as Cheryl, Shornay, and me in late-2024—they took the time to celebrate George's 70th birthday with a spectacular combination land and sea vacation so grand I had to invite my colleagues on The Joy of Cruising Podcast to talk about it. Tosh spent 30 years as a corporate IT executive, traveling the world for GE, Citrix, Atlassian, and McDonald's Corporation, among others. A Chicago native and University of Illinois graduate, he's called Fort Lauderdale home for the past 13 years. His credentials read like an operations manual — PMP, ITIL, ISO, Certified ScrumMaster, LEAN Six Sigma Black Belt, and an MBA — and he's since added a Certified Travel Advisor designation and ACC accreditation with CLIA. The through-line between the two careers is the same: complex logistics, handled so completely that the person on the receiving end never has to think about them. 30 years of leading teams also taught him the part no certification covers, which is that the job is service. George, Tosh's partner, brings the other half of the equation. After 30 years in interior design and sales at Crate & Barrel, he retired with an eye for how a space is supposed to feel and a career's worth of practice reading what people want before they've said it out loud.  They don't plan trips from a desk. In the past year alone, they've sailed more than 15 cruises across nearly every major line — Icon of the Seas, Celebrity Ascent and Apex, Norwegian Luna, Star Princess, MSC World America, Carnival Celebration, Virgin's Scarlet Lady, and an Azamara sailing through the Mediterranean, to name a few. On land, they've covered the map: London, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Budapest, Madrid, Barcelona, Rome, Venice, Tuscany, and the Amalfi Coast in Europe; Tokyo, Seoul, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Delhi, and Dubai in Asia and the Gulf; Sydney, Rio, São Paulo, and much of Canada beyond that. That's the differentiator. When they recommend a ship, a port, a neighborhood, or a restaurant, it's because they've stood in it — whether the trip is budget or luxury, a couple or a full group. They have a particular soft spot for planning group travel, but they'll book anything, large or small.Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

Royal Caribbean is pushing for growth in Türkiye as Icon-class hardware reshapes its Mediterranean deployment: Legend of the Seas, at roughly 250,000 gross tons and 5,610 guests at double occupancy, began sailing July 4, 2026 and stays in the Mediterranean for 2027, while Odyssey of the Seas moves to the Eastern Mediterranean and Hero of the Seas debuts from Miami in August 2027. Costa Cruises will homeport the 3,000-guest Costa Pacifica in Istanbul for 28 seven-night sailings starting April 18, 2027, reserving 2,800 cabins for the Turkish market and calling at Izmir, Mykonos, Santorini, Athens and Volos, with Crete and Rhodes replacing Izmir and Volos from late May. And Viking Astrea floated out at Fincantieri's Ancona shipyard on September 11, 2026 — 54,300 gross tons, 998 guests in 499 staterooms, and a hybrid diesel and liquefied-hydrogen fuel-cell system rated up to 6 megawatts — ahead of delivery in May 2027 and a maiden cruise in June 2027.

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Episode 169This week on Cruise Conversations, we're joined by Mackenzie to recap her recent 7-night Mediterranean cruise aboard MSC Meraviglia, including what it's like experiencing one of MSC Cruises' biggest perks: MSC Yacht Club.After taking her first cruise while stationed in Europe, Mackenzie and her wife quickly caught the cruise bug and have now sailed six times since 2024. For this trip, they boarded MSC Meraviglia in Marseille, France, for a port-heavy Mediterranean itinerary featuring Spain and Italy, along with an unexpected itinerary change when weather prevented their planned visit to Tunisia. We also get an inside look at the MSC Yacht Club experience, from priority embarkation and the Top Sail Lounge to exclusive dining, pool areas, thermal spa access, elevated service, and even the sometimes-helpful priority elevators. Mackenzie shares why this was actually the best Yacht Club service she's experienced so far. In this episode, we cover:A full MSC Meraviglia cruise reviewWhat it's like sailing MSC Yacht ClubExploring Barcelona, Mallorca, Palermo, Naples & LivornoScuba diving, Mediterranean food tours & visiting PompeiiDining, entertainment & life aboard MSC MeravigliaHow cruising with MSC in Europe differs from cruising in the U.S.From scuba diving off the coast of Barcelona and eating her way through Sicily to finally seeing Pompeii in person, Mackenzie shares some incredible experiences along the way, plus one cruise-line excursion that definitely didn't live up to expectations. Whether you're considering MSC Meraviglia, wondering if MSC Yacht Club is worth it, or planning your own Mediterranean cruise, this episode offers a firsthand look at cruising MSC in Europe and plenty of ideas for making the most of your time both onboard and ashore.Ready to book a cruise with Cruise Conversations?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fill out our form or send us a text at (704) 313-8556 for latest pricing!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cruiseconversationspodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use our code "CC15" for 15% off your order at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Cruise Maps⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Interested in coming on a future episode and recapping your cruise? Fill out the following form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://form.jotform.com/252443162720146⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Have a question or topic suggestions for a future episode? DM us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@CruiseConversations⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or send us an email at cruiseconversations@gmail.com.Follow along on social media!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Sniffies’ Cruising Confessions returns for season 4! The show about sex, desire, cruising, and queer relationships is back weekly with hosts Gabe Gonzalez and Chris Patterson‑Rosso bringing a new class of esteemed sluts and local sexperts into the studio. This season talks about the commingling of gay men and dolls, the aesthetic pressures of “looksmaxxing,” what retiring from porn is like, and the etiquette of nudes. Gabe and Chris also travel to San Juan and cruise the Atlanta nightlife scene to meet fellow cruisers. This season’s guests include Kay Gabriel, Eric Cervini, Honey Pluton, Benjamin Goldman, Chris Bustamante, Ty Mitchell, Meatball, Big Dipper, Vico Ortiz, Ane Hernandez, and Taylor Alxndr. Premiering Sep 22! Hungry for more Sniffies’ Cruising Confessions? Follow Sniffies' Cruising Confessions: cruisingconfessions.com Try Sniffies: sniffies.com Follow Sniffies on Social: Instagram: instagram.com/sniffiesapp X: x.com/sniffiesapp TikTok: tiktok.com/@sniffiesapp Follow the hosts: Gabe Gonzalez: instagram.com/gaybonez Chris Patterson-Rosso: instagram.com/cprgivesyoulifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

LOUNGE LIZARDS PRESENTED BY FABRICA5 - Brilliant Honduran Cigars - Visit Fabrica005.com and use code LIZARDPOD at checkout for 10% off THE ENTIRE STORE! Free worldwide shipping from Miami on all orders over $125. See website for more information and terms.SMALL BATCH CIGAR - SAVE 15% - Exclusive Cigar Retail Partner of the Lizards - Visit SmallBatchCigar.com and use code LIZARD15 for 15% off your order. Free shipping and 5% rewards back always. Standard exclusions apply. Simple. Fast. Small Batch Cigar.Recorded at Ten86 Cigars in Hawthorne, New Jersey, the Lizards pair Tatuaje Miami Havana Cazadores with ArteNOM Selection de 1414 Tequila Reposado. The guys discuss ProCigar 2027 and a major membership change, they hear a voice memo about a lizard meetup on a cruise and things go off the rails when Chef tries to change a rating.PLUS: Empty LCDH Stores, Winter Smoking Tips, Tequila w/ Food, OpusX ReXilent Redux, Vacation/Cruising Lizards, Listeners Pulling Back from Cubans & MoreJoin the Lounge Lizards for a weekly discussion on all things cigars (both Cuban and non-Cuban), whiskey, food, travel, life and work. This is your formal invitation to join us in a relaxing discussion amongst friends and become a card-carrying Lounge Lizard yourself. This is not your typical cigar podcast. We're a group of friends who love sharing cigars, whiskey and a good laugh.website/merch/rating archive: loungelizardspod.comemail: hello@loungelizardspod.com to join the conversation and be featured on an upcoming episode!instagram: @loungelizardspodGizmo HQ: LizardGizmo.com

Summary Tom Kim and Trevor Mountcastle compare two very different cruise experiences, one on Norwegian in the Caribbean and one on Princess in Europe. The episode is useful if you care about cruise line differences, private islands, food quality, port logistics, and how loyalty status and onboard programs can change the experience. We discuss why one trip was relaxing but disappointing on food, while the other delivered stronger dining, better port stops, and a more polished overall experience. Trevor also shares several practical travel notes from hotels, airports, lounges, and transfers along the way. Key Points From This Episode: 00:00 - Cruise update intro and why they have not talked cruises in a while 02:29 - Norwegian Getaway weekend itinerary out of Miami 03:49 - Club Suite booking and what the cabin actually included 05:04 - Relaxing family trip, but the food was a major problem 07:05 - Great Stirrup Key's docked arrival versus tendering 08:25 - Why Great Stirrup Key exceeded expectations 10:02 - Island layout, pool area, bars, and food walk to the beach 12:27 - Main criticism of Norwegian food quality 13:27 - Great Stirrup Key expansion and the private island arms race 14:30 - Cruise pricing, early booking, and supply and demand 17:18 - Caribbean cruise competition across major ports 19:07 - European cruise setup: Lyon, EasyJet, and Athens 21:14 - EasyJet delay, airport breakfast, and free onboard purchases 24:41 - Grand Hyatt Athens and elite status value 27:57 - Transfer to Piraeus and boarding the Sun Princess 29:14 - Princess Sphere Class and why the line feels more premium 30:28 - Dining on Princess, including the Crown Grill 31:47 - Princess casino policy and how it differs from Norwegian 33:07 - Princess points, free drinks, and better comp opportunities 34:48 - Santorini excursion and the risk of tendering there 36:27 - Bar Montenegro and why Kotor is the more interesting stop 39:33 - Corfu, old town, and Prince Philip connection 41:41 - Messina, the clock tower show, and arancini 43:50 - Cannoli in Sicily and why fresh-to-order matters 46:09 - Sicily, Catania, and why the island deserves more time 48:30 - Barcelona departure, airport lounges, and Priority Pass meals 50:44 - Emirates Gold, Priority Pass, and keeping card benefits alive 52:44 - Air France return, mobility assistance, and smooth immigration 54:46 - Charles de Gaulle heat and Europe's air conditioning problem 56:24 - Final thoughts on Princess, medallion tech, and Alaska plans —---------------- Key Topics for Episode Discussion Post: Trevor's quick weekend Norwegian cruise out of Miami on the Norwegian Getaway, with Nassau and Great Stirrup Key as the two stops Why the Norwegian booking was unusual: paid cash, weekend timing, and a Club Suite that was cheaper than an ocean view cabin The biggest downside of the Norwegian trip: consistently poor food, with meals ranging from mediocre to borderline inedible Great Stirrup Key as a major bright spot, especially after the switch from tendering to docking How Great Stirrup Key compares with CocoCay in layout, walking distance, pool design, bars, and food access The broader cruise market discussion about pricing, booking early versus waiting, and why Caribbean cruises feel like an arms race Trevor's Mediterranean cruise on Princess out of Athens, with stops in Santorini, Bar Montenegro, Corfu, Messina, and Barcelona Travel logistics before the Princess cruise, including Lyon, EasyJet, Athens, the Grand Hyatt Athens, and port transfers Why Princess felt stronger on food, casino perks, and onboard technology than Norwegian The value of Princess's medallion system, including cabin-door unlocking and shipmate location features Keywords Travel, Princess Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Lines, Travel Tips, Cruising, Caribbean, European Cruising.

Japan will use Costa Cruises' Costa Serena to house about 4,000 people at Nagoya Port during the 2026 Asian Games, which open September 19 and run through October 4, after organizers dropped plans for a conventional athletes' village on cost grounds. In Maine, Celebrity Silhouette opened Rockland's larger-ship fall schedule, one of nine calls expected to bring more than 13,000 passengers through October 22, with the city's PortShare program greeting visitors at the public landing. And CroisiEurope opened its 2027 program of more than 170 itineraries across 50 vessels, led by three new 10-night Amazon sailings aboard the 32-passenger Brazilian Dream.

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul. I am delighted to welcome this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, Karyn Clay founder of Yes! You Can Travel. Karen is located in Hawaii—which Cheryl and I were blessed to visit a couple of years ago. Every time she greets me via email with “Aloha” and closes with “Mahalo” it momentarily brings me back! Karyn combines her passion for cruising with more than three decades of experience supporting older adults. Through professional travel companionship, she helps travelers who may need a little extra support continue exploring the world and enjoying meaningful journeys.  Karyn is passionate about helping people recognize that getting older does not have to mean leaving their love of travel behind.  She believes that with understanding, thoughtful support, and the right companion alongside them, more people can continue experiencing the joy and freedom of travel.  A passionate cruiser herself, Karyn also loves hearing people's stories and learning about the experiences that have shaped their lives. For her, cruising is about the discovery, connection, and possibility that comes when we continue to say “Yes!” to life.Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

Welcome to the Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of USA Podcast. In this episode, hosts Bela Musits and Mike Wasserman sit down with retired Marine and veteran sailor Ray McFall. Ray shares his extensive journey from learning to sail in San Diego to purchasing his Hunter 456 and navigating the technical waters of the New England coast.We dive deep into a topic every sailor eventually faces: the choice between the romance of bluewater offshore passages and the engagement of coastal cruising. Ray discusses his initial plans for the Marion to Bermuda Race, the rigorous safety preparations required—including installing a removable inner forestay and completing a Safety at Sea course—and why he eventually decided that coastal adventures were a better fit for his current sailing goals.Preparation for Offshore Racing: Ray details the modifications and safety gear needed for a Bermuda run, including the importance of local knowledge and expert advice.The Reality of Bluewater Sailing: A first-hand account of a return delivery from Bermuda and why the "monotony" of the open ocean led Ray back to the variety of the East Coast.The Block Island Incident: A cautionary tale about a sailing emergency involving a jammed jib furler in 30-knot gusts and the critical lessons learned about life jacket safety and reefing early.Coastal Gems: Tips for cruising Narragansett Bay, Newport, and the Fisher Island Sound, plus the advantages of using apps like Dockwa, PredictWind, and Navionics.Whether you are dreaming of the ICW, planning a trip to Maine, or curious about AIS integration and radar on sailboats, Ray's story offers a balanced look at risk, reward, and the spiritual nature of being on the water.If you enjoyed this episode, please hit the Like button and Subscribe for more sailing stories.Email us: sailingtheeast@gmail.comWatch on YouTube: Sailing and Cruising the East Coast of USAEnjoyed the episode? Hit the Like button on your app!Happy Sailing!Sailing the East Coast, Ray McFall Interview, Hunter 456 Sailboat, Coastal Cruising vs Offshore Sailing, Marion to Bermuda Race Prep, Safety at Sea Course, Sailing Narragansett Bay, Block Island Sailing, Jib Furling Emergency, Solo Sailing Tips, Marine Insurance for Sailors, Sailing Apps for Navigation, Bela Musits, Mike Wasserman, Sailing Podcast.In This Episode, We Discuss:Connect with UsBela and MikeSEO Search Terms & Keywords

Andy and Heath are back counting down Heath’s favorite 1000 films! This week: 685.  THE BIG LEBOWKSI  (1998) 684.  THE FIRST GREAT TRAIN ROBBERY (1978) 683.  THE DA VINCI CODE (2006) 682.  BEVERLY HILLS COP II (1987) 681.  GONE BABY GONE  (2007) 680.  TEXAS KILLING FIELDS  (2011) 679.  CRUISING (1980) 678.  AGAINST ALL ODDS  (1984) … Continue reading "The New Film List (HK1K) 685-676"

Maritime Myke fills us in on Cruise # 3. We cover recent Six Flags news, D23, and some odd news from Mattel Adventure Park.Catch us on the internet: solo.to/coastercuzzies

Pure Yachts is a new German shipyard based in Kiel, northern Germany, building high-performance aluminum cruising yachts featuring hydraulic-lift keel systems, modern planing hull lines, and the use of lightweight composite materials for the interior components. Their boats use the highest quality aluminium and top-shelf components to make them long lasting, secure and fit for world-wide bluewater cruising and high-latitude expeditions. We talk about sailing in the Baltic Sea, the details of the yachts they build, custom hatches, precision design and boat building, boat performance in various conditions, the advantages of fast high-performance boats, their design philosophy and market niche, the expected lifespan of a Pure Yacht, things owners need to know about aluminum boats, the portlights, bulkheads (or not), construction of the aluminum hull, the lifting keel, dual rudders, drying out, customization, and more. Photos and links are on the podcast shownotes page Support the show through Patreon Shop for or sell sailboats at SailboatsForSale.com Sail in New England / Canada with Sailing Resolution Get marine electrical help from Meridian Marine Electrial Shop LED navigation lights at Signal Mate 

Carnival Cruise Line has retired the VIFP Club in favor of Carnival Rewards, a spending-based program that launched September 1, 2026 and grants three redeemable points and three qualifying stars for every eligible dollar across Red, Gold, Platinum and Diamond tiers, with members who reached Diamond by August 31, 2026 keeping that status for life and the first earning window running through December 31, 2028. In Washington state, the Port of Anacortes is canceling 17 American Cruise Lines calls beginning September 7 amid a dispute with ILWU Local 25 over who handles mooring lines at Curtis Wharf, a cutoff that touches roughly 50 day calls per season on a service that began in 2013. And in Sydney, Crown Princess opens Australia's 2026-27 cruise season at the Overseas Passenger Terminal after wrapping a 114-night world cruise, ahead of a 35-night roundtrip taking in Brisbane, Fiji, Samoa, Hawaii, French Polynesia and Auckland, in a market that generated $7.32 billion in economic output in 2024-25.

Travel Tales host Mike Siegel recounts his recent 5-week journey across the Atlantic and around Europe working on cruise ships. Ports of call include: Barcelona, Dubrovnik, Mykonos, Naples, Türkiye, Edinburgh, and more. Check out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of the Voyascape Network, a collection of some of the world's best travel podcasts. Explore more at Voyascape.com. For advertising or sponsorship opportunities on this show and across the network, email advertising@voyascape.com or you can find more information at Voyascape.com/advertising.

Send us Fan MailA leather bar reopens, the music is loud, the basement dungeon is calling, and everyone is carrying a name they can't say out loud anymore. That's the emotional engine behind “Cruising For Sex In A Burning Building,” the live action role-playing game Jon and Moss designed to explore leather bar culture at the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis. We talk about why LARP is more than costumes and foam swords, and how immersive storytelling can become a powerful tool for queer history, community memory, and honest conversations about risk.Jon and Moss walk me through the game's premise, the research behind it, and the design choice that makes it both intense and playable: adapted Ars Amandi style mechanics that translate kink and cruising into minimal but meaningful touch. We get specific about what can be represented well in a short run time, why they avoid gamifying HIV transmission, and how teaching techniques player to player turns “transmission” into a theme about knowledge, care, and legacy. We also dig into how physical space shapes immersion, from a plain room with dim lights to a real dungeon setup with unexpected historic artifacts.Then Ask Edge gets practical. I answer listener questions about shifting from sub to Dom headspace, affording leather events when hotels and travel are brutal, and what to do when your leather persona feels stuck in the garage. If you care about BDSM consent culture, leather history, LARP design, or the way queer communities keep finding joy under pressure, this one will stay with you. Subscribe, share it with a friend who loves games or kink, and leave a review so more people can find us.Relevant links:Cruising for Sex in a Burning Building event websitejoncole.itch.iobeatingthebinary.itch.ioArs AmandiJust a Little Lovin'Twin Cities LeatherStockholm Scenario FestivalSupport the showAsk Edge! Go to https://www.speakpipe.com/LTHREDGE to leave ask a question or leave feedback. Find Edge's other content on Instagram and Twitter. Also visit his archive of educational videos, Tchick-Tchick.

Planning to park hop at Walt Disney World and visit multiple parks in one day? In this episode, I'm sharing practical Disney World park hopping tips to help you save time, plan your transportation, and make the most of your park days. We'll cover how to plan around Disney World transportation, park hours, nighttime fireworks, and shows, plus the timing and strategy you need to know when visiting multiple Disney parks in one day. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a Disney veteran, these Disney park hopping tips will help you create a smarter itinerary and get more out of your Walt Disney World vacation.I hope you enjoyed today's show. I'd love to connect with you over on Instagram @mountains_of_magic or Facebook at Fantastical Vacations by Daniele. If you would like help in planning an upcoming Disney or Universal vacation, email me at danielerobbins@fantasticalvacations.com or fill out a quote form to get started planning the magic Get A Quote Want the latest travel deals and all my tips for Disney, Universal and Cruising?Join my email newsletter  Want to try fetch rewards and get free gift cards by scanning receipts? Use my code 8G48W to get 2000 points at sign up. FETCH REWARDSMy Website mountainsofmagic.square.siteMusic from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/andrey-rossi/bring-the-funLicense code: E9BZCTS1O3JRPERX This podcast is not sponsored or supported by Fetch Rewards. Views of the host are her own. 

TV, film and stage actor (and devoted “Amazing Colossal Podcast” fan) Richard Kind drops by Gilbert's apartment to check out GG's memorabilia collection and to join Gilbert and Frank for a spirited discussion of the evils of censorship, the joy of onscreen female nudity and the twisted genius of Pat McCormick. Also, Richard auditions for “Cruising,” duets with Jose Ferrer, gets “punked” by George Clooney and pays his respects to Soupy Sales. PLUS: Conrad Veidt! Professor Irwin Corey! Forrest Tucker plays the back “nine”! Jack Benny lusts after Gina Lollobrigida! And Tony Curtis shares a donut with Captain Stubing! https://www.gilbertpodcast.com/56-56-richard-kind/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul and this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, I am delighted to welcome back Shelton and Ke' creators of the YouTube channel, Your Favorite Couple. I first met Shelton and Ke' doing what I do much of my retired-life time—watching YouTube videos about sports, politics, and my passion, cruising. And where I occasionally discover The Joy of Cruising Podcast guests. I enjoyed Shelton and Ke's fun, informative video style and their diverse choices in terms of cruising, so I thought they would be great guests to share their thoughts on the world's largest ship, Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas. I have had guests on to talk about Star of the Seas but now I have a newfound interest in Star. Plus, it has been well over a year since they have been on, and knowing Shelton and Ke', there is a lot of cruising to catch up to Cheryl and I thought we were done cruising for' 26 as we are focusing on the group trip that our travel agency, The Joy of Vacation by Dream Vacations is leading to Africa in the Spring. But you can't keep a passionate cruiser down. So, recently Cheryl and I made a snap decision to go, and take our other partner of the travel agency, my daughter Shornay, to the Dream Vacations annual conference to be held on Star of the Seas in November. After viewing their great trip report on Star, I thought what a great opportunity to catch up. Find Your Favorite Couple online YouTube: https://youtube.com/@yourfavoritecouple?si=iBCfUghiKMe5Moc3 TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@yfc.ke.shelton?_t=ZT-8vHeTzJfGxO&_r=1 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/yfc_ke_shelton?igsh=MWkzMzFsdDM3cnNicQ== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1PBVygENSo/ Email: yourfavoritecouple11@gmail.com Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

Trip time. Vacation starts. Cruising the Caribbean.

Introduction to Laura Hawkings from Gamemaster Escape Solutions- Website: https://www.gamemastersescapes.com/ Starts @ 1:15 ...Quick Question: - Do the new itineraries for Disney Cruise Line or new details for Lakeshore Lodge interest you?- Starts @ 6:55 ...Escape Rooms and Disney Attractions- What makes each of them great? What do they have in common and what is different?- How can participating in an escape room and planning a Disney trip reveal the makeup of your family?- Starts @ 14:16 ...Top 8 Disney Attraction Themes for an Escape Room- We think of which Disney attractions would provide the theme for a good escape room and what could the puzzles look like ... and then rank our top 8!- Starts @ 40:22 ...This was episode 321 for the week of August 31, 2026* Reminder to like, subscribe, rate, and review the DBC Pod wherever you get your podcast *Send us an e-mail! .... dadsplandisney@gmail.comFollow us on social media:- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/DadsPlanDisney- Twitter: https://twitter.com/DadsPlanDisney- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DadsPlanDisney- YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DadsPlanDisney- Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/cJ8Vxf4BmQNote: This podcast is not affiliated with any message boards, blogs, news sites, or other podcasts

Welcome to the Shooting The Breeze Sailing Podcast (STBSP) episode number 206! This time around we are back with Friend of the Show, Founder of the Upper Chesapeake Sailing Group on Facebook, and progenitor of the Boaters Boat Show, the third edition being held in Baltimore on the weekend of September 11th, 2026. He is […]

Recorded live at the HoT Podcast Festival in Henley

This hour, Scoot talks about cruising in the left lane and other unenforceable laws.

The arrival of a cruise ship in Auckland marks the start of the cruise season .. an estimated 200,000 passengers are expected to visit between now and June next year. It's expected the cruise sector will contribute more than two hundred million to the local economy over that time. From 2028 Princess Cruises plans to expand its port visits to include Tauranga, Wellington, Lyttelton, Dunedin, Picton, Napier and Timaru. We know many of you feel passionately about the environmental impact of cruising .. but we also wanted to know how people in port towns feel. Professor Maree Thyne from the University of Otago has looked into that and joins Jesse to discuss what she found.

Donna & Steve start the show talking about how people just couldn't get enough of them at the Minnesota State Fair yesterday (cue eye roll), Tom Brady got robbed again and have you heard of a "cortisol cocktail?"In hour two, we play the Famous Moms edition of the College of Pop Culture Knowledge, CNN apologized to Dolly Parton's family after airing a photo that wasn't her and Chat GPT can now respond to texts for you.Finally, Doug Moorehouse from Carrousel Travel joins us to announce where Donna & Steve's next cruise will be, when Americans hit their energy low point each day and (maybe) we find out the Soup of the Day!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailHello, passionate cruisers! This is Paul. I am delighted to welcome this week on The Joy of Cruising Podcast, Stacey Parks, the co-creator and producer of an amazing new television series that passionate cruisers like me and the listener won't be able to get enough of. "Grand Voyages" is a cruise-focused documentary series now streaming on Amazon Prime in the U.S. and UK.  Stacey has over 20 years' experience producing more than a dozen feature films and series which have gone on to be distributed across every major streaming platform. In the travel genre specifically, she previously co-created and produced the digital series “The Upgrade” for Bravo's digital platform. Stacey founded Media Sparks Studios to focus on digital-first storytelling across the streaming and connected TV universe. In her spare time, she enjoys travel and cruising, having visited over 60 countries and enjoyed life on board over 35 ocean, river and expedition cruises.  Do you have a dream car? Support the showSupport thejoyofcruisingpodcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/2113608/supporters/newSupport Me https://www.buymeacoffee.com/drpaulthContact Me https://www.thejoyofcruising.net/contact-me.htmlBook Cruises http://www.thejoyofvacation.com/US Orders (coupon code joyofcruisingpodcast)The Joy of Cruising https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingCruising Interrupted https://bit.ly/CruisingInterruptedThe Joy of Cruising Again https://bit.ly/TheJoyOfCruisingAgainIntl Orders via Amazon

Lindblad Find us on Youtube - please like and subscribe!  Looking to plan a Disney parks or a cruise vacation? Let Joe do all the hard work for you, helping you get the best discount, at no cost to you as your travel agent. Get started by e-mailing josephcheung@travelmation.net today!  Episode Description Joe recently was invited to check out the Arctic Circle with National Geographic/Lindblad expeditions. We talk about expedition cruising, what makes it a bit rough yet still comfortable, polar bears, beautiful scenery, beach landings, and a whole lot more. Greenland, I was unfamiliar with your game. Connect with us  by e-mailing disneydeciphered AT gmail DOT com, messaging us on social media, or leaving a comment on our Youtube page. You can also follow us on Instagram! Episode Notes (all timestamps are approximate) 03:45 - What is a National Geographic/Lindblad Expedition? 10:56 - Does Lindblad work for less active folks? 15:41 - Cruise itinerary 19:05 - A Typical Expedition Day 27:25 - What was the National Geographic Explorer vessel like? 30:18 - Seasickness? 32:50 - Equipment needed for expedition cruising 34:42 - Who should consider trying National Geographic/Lindblad Expeditions? 37:57 - Lindblad vs. Adventures by Disney 42:47 - Overall National Geographic/Lindblad review 44:27 - Disney dos and don'ts   If we've helped you to plan your trip and you'd like to thank us we'd appreciate you considering a one time donation. Or if you'd like to receive bonus content, check out our Patreon page and our special subscriber only content! You can also support the show by buying tickets (if they're the best deal, of course) using our Undercover Tourist link or signing up for Mouse Dining through our link. If you like what you hear, please share and subscribe! Find us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, PlayerFM, iHeartRadio, or Google Podcasts (please leave a positive review if you're enjoying the show), like our Facebook page, or follow us on Bluesky and Instagram! Connect with Leslie @TripsWithTykes on social media and Joe @asthejoeflies.  

Myke is back with his new show Block Check. on this episode Riley from That's so Mid joins to talk about the behind the scenes of his content, Bidets in Japan, Cruising, and much more! You don't want to miss this one!

Soshian and his wife brought their 7-month-old daughter on their very first Disney Cruise Line sailing — a 7-night Eastern Caribbean cruise on the Disney Treasure with his sister's family in tow — and by the end of the week he was already plotting how to stay longer. He came in worried there wouldn't be enough to do. He left wishing he'd booked more days. In this episode: Soshian and his wife's full packing and planning strategy for a 7-night sailing with a 7-month-old The "linked reservations" trick that got them added onto a sold-out Palo Brunch once on board Why booking nursery hours around show times on embarkation day is one of the smartest first-timer moves you can make His honest breakdown of all three rotational restaurants and all three main stage shows What happened when his one-year-old nephew became "cruise famous" at Jack-Jack's Diaper Dash Why Castaway Cay ended up as his favorite port, hands down "I lived in New York for a while and enjoy Broadway shows... I'd say those two were probably comparable if not better than some of the Broadway shows I saw for sure." Support the Show: Book your next Disney vacation with our show sponsor - We Do Travel Right! Life is short, take the trip. Let the agents at We Do Travel Right handle the planning so you can focus on relaxing. Subscribe to the DCL Magazine today! Use promo code DCLDUO for 10% off everything in the WDW Magazine store. Support the show by becoming a Patron! Join us over at Patreon. Your support each month allows us to keep putting out great content each and every week. Thanks to our current patrons for their support. Join today! You can subscribe for one annual discounted payment today. Stay Connected with the DCL Duo:Website | Instagram | Facebook | Facebook Group We're Ranked as a Top Podcast by Feedspot:Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts (#1) | Top 20 Cruise Podcasts (#2) | Top Disney Podcasts (#4) | Top 20 Disney Cruise Line Influencers (#12) The views expressed in this podcast are our own and do not reflect the views of the Walt Disney Company, Disney Cruise Line or any other travel provider discussed or mentioned.

This episode was recorded LIVE at As You Are in Washington, DC! We first covered As You Are in season one of Cruising, back when the community space was just a a dream for the founders, Jo and Coach. Now, five years later, As You Are is a fully actualized queer DC hub, cafe, and bar. Tune in for stories from the AYA community about love, friendship, coming out, and running a bar. Special thanks to Little District Books for this event! ... -You can now purchase our book, The Lesbian Bar Chronicles, anywhere books are sold or at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cruisingpod.com/book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ... Thank you for listening to Cruising Podcast! -Reviews help other listeners find Cruising! If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review! -For more Cruising adventures, follow us @cruisingpod on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ -Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cruising's Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for deep dives and companion pieces to our episodes! -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support Cruising here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Cruising is an independent podcast. That means we're entirely funded by sponsors and listeners like you! -Cruising is reported and produced by a small but mighty team of three: Sarah Gabrielli (host/story producer/audio engineer), Rachel Karp (story producer/social media manager), and Jen McGinity (line producer/resident road-trip driver). Theme song is by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Joey Freeman⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Cover art is by Nikki Ligos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Angeletha Long. A 24-year Army veteran turned travel entrepreneur:

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Angeletha Long. A 24-year Army veteran turned travel entrepreneur:

Listen and subscribe to Money Making Conversations on iHeartRadio, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, www.moneymakingconversations.com/subscribe/ or wherever you listen to podcasts. New Money Making Conversations episodes drop daily. I want to alert you, so you don’t miss out on expert analysis and insider perspectives from my guests who provide tips that can help you uplift the community, improve your financial planning, motivation, or advice on how to be a successful entrepreneur. Keep winning! Two-time Emmy and Three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Angeletha Long. A 24-year Army veteran turned travel entrepreneur:

It's episode 300, and we're going out with a bang...